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Today, 09:09 AM

Mike replied to a thread Esoteric XD Series in Esoteric

After warm up, I noticed soundstage wide to be one of the strong points. As good as anything I’ve tried. As the evening went on, soundstage depth, especially during a couple of live recordings, was superb. Definitely great layering as well. I...

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Yesterday, 11:24 PM

Mike replied to a thread Esoteric XD Series in Esoteric

I have. Yes.

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Yesterday, 10:22 PM

Mike replied to a thread Esoteric XD Series in Esoteric

But at $14K this is a “sweet spot” for those wanting a world class spinner. I would have gone for the K-01XD, but worried that cracking that $20K barrier (it’s $22K) would be too much for some. The $14K is more achievable and still delivers...

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Yesterday, 10:16 PM

UltraFast69 replied to a thread Alexia Series 2 Review in Wilson Audio

+1 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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Yesterday, 10:13 PM

Mike replied to a thread Esoteric XD Series in Esoteric

Ok, 6 discs in now. Color me VERY impressed. “Natural” is the word for this new XD series. Gone is the bite, digital sound of old Esoteric. It doesn’t have the “analogness” (if that’s a word) of Luxman, but what it has is dynamics, punch,...

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Yesterday, 07:13 PM

Mike replied to a thread Esoteric XD Series in Esoteric

These two beauties arrived today. I brought the K-03XD home to break in and really evaluate. I’m on my second CD and can’t believe how good this K-03XD sounds This isn’t your Father’s Esoteric! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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Yesterday, 05:25 PM

Mike replied to a thread *NEW* Shunyata Omega Ethernet in Shunyata Research

$2500 for 1.5m Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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Yesterday, 03:46 PM

Mike started a thread *NEW* Shunyata Omega Ethernet in Shunyata Research

We are excited to announce the release of our new reference-level Omega Ethernet cable. The Omega ethernet cable redefines the term state-of-the-art for performance in its category by combining Shunyata Research’s most innovative digital...

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Yesterday, 08:04 AM

Mike replied to a thread New Luxman d-10x sacd/cd-player in Luxman

I should have mine in 2 weeks or so. I’ll have Mike & Rick (my employees) do a blind shootout Vs the K-03XD! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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July 5, 2020, 09:21 PM

UltraFast69 replied to a thread Octave Black Box Preamp in Pre-Amps

Yes, I not aware of any upgrades to power supplies that have not been fruitful in return. Add D’Agostino, Brinkmann and more Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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July 5, 2020, 07:49 PM

Mike replied to a thread Class-D amps in Computer/Digital Audio

It doesn’t draw much power. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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July 5, 2020, 07:10 PM

Mike replied to a thread Class-D amps in Computer/Digital Audio

No, the only NAD I own is the M17 v2. If you can ever score a SIT-3 (and the necessary resistors), you will be stunned. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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July 5, 2020, 11:52 AM

Mike replied to a thread Class-D amps in Computer/Digital Audio

Man, as A.Wayne would say, you need some toooooooobs with those! My faves with AG: VAC VIVA Luxman MQ300 For solid state: SIT-3

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July 5, 2020, 11:38 AM

Mike replied to a thread Class-D amps in Computer/Digital Audio

Yes, but they are a hybrid of sorts. “In a Class D amp the input is first converted/encoded by a modulator into a pulse train (using pulse width, pulse density, or related modulatory techniques) that represents the amplitude variations of the...

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July 4, 2020, 11:37 AM

UltraFast69 replied to a thread Happy Independence Day in General Off Topic Forums

Best to All that make up Our Country, it is a foundation to build what one chooses. Happy 4th, be safe and play music! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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July 4, 2020, 09:15 AM

Mike replied to a thread Happy Independence Day in General Off Topic Forums

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July 3, 2020, 08:40 PM

Mike replied to a thread JVC Projectors in Home Theater & Video

I bought the same model for myself. I’m continually amazed at the picture quality. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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July 3, 2020, 05:54 PM

Mike replied to a thread Headphones, got any favorites? in Headphones & Earbuds

Those are terrific cans! Congrats! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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July 3, 2020, 02:01 PM

Mike started a thread Happy 50th Audio Research in Audio Research Corporation (ARC)

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July 3, 2020, 11:01 AM

Mike replied to a thread What cartridges are you using? in Cartridges

For MSL or VDH? MSL is handled by Mofi. VDH is managed by the fellow who makes plastic covers for VPI turntables. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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July 3, 2020, 10:41 AM

Mike replied to a thread What cartridges are you using? in Cartridges

Haven’t read anything regarding that. Sorry if I missed it. I just haven’t found the VDH to be convincing enough over a MSL for the money. We brought in VDH and MSL at the same time for a comparison. I wanted to like the VDH, but the MSL just...

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July 3, 2020, 09:54 AM

Mike replied to a thread What cartridges are you using? in Cartridges

Now THIS is a great cartridge. We have several MySonicLabs carts in the store. They all hit 2-3 times above their price point. Neutral, fast, quiet, smooth on top, dynamic, great trackers. We had a couple of VDH’s and they were noisy as...

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July 2, 2020, 06:31 PM

Mike replied to a thread Magico’s With Active Tunable Bass in Magico

I wanted to revisit this thread and shed some light on the M9’s as I learn more and more about these incredible speakers: - The M9 does not have a power/active bass or "tunable" bass. It is a 4-way design with an active 2-way XO between the bass...

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July 2, 2020, 06:26 PM

Mike replied to a thread Magico A5’s Arrive!!!! in Magico

Yes exact same! I know!!! The A5’s are STUPID GOOD for the money. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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July 2, 2020, 04:58 PM

Mike started a thread Aqua LinQ Review in Computer/Digital Audio

Aqua LinQ Network Interface | HFA - The Independent Source for Audio Equipment Reviews Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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July 2, 2020, 04:34 PM

Mike replied to a thread FS: ARC 610T Monos in Audio Research Corporation (ARC)

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July 2, 2020, 04:22 PM

Mike replied to a thread FS: ARC 610T Monos in Audio Research Corporation (ARC)

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July 2, 2020, 02:28 PM

Mike replied to a thread FS: ARC 610T Monos in Audio Research Corporation (ARC)

Toasty warm for someone up north. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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July 2, 2020, 01:24 PM

Mike replied to a thread Ref 10 Replacement in Feb 2020 ? in Audio Research Corporation (ARC)

Could be true. They don’t say peep. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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July 2, 2020, 01:23 PM

Mike started a thread FS: ARC 610T Monos in Audio Research Corporation (ARC)

Got tubes? For sale. Make an offer!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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July 2, 2020, 12:49 PM

Mike replied to a thread SimAudio 860A V2 Power Amp Review in SimAudio (MOON)

It’s a beast! Terrific balls amp. Bass is “tube like” and the amp is very sweet sounding. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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July 2, 2020, 12:32 PM

Mike replied to a thread SimAudio 860A V2 Power Amp Review in SimAudio (MOON)

The pass is tube like in nature. A looser bass, like tubes. Warmer. The Sim has SLAM, dynamics, control and a buttery smooth top end. BIG soundstage. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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July 2, 2020, 09:21 AM

Mike started a thread SimAudio 860A V2 Power Amp Review in SimAudio (MOON)

Moon 860A V2 | The Ear We are sure loving ours in the store! We have it on the Magico A5’s and WOW what a pairing.

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July 2, 2020, 08:02 AM

Mike started a thread Vivid G2 S2 Review in Vivid Audio

SoundStage! Hi-Fi | SoundStageHiFi.com - Vivid Audio Giya G2 Series 2 Loudspeakers “Because the woofers are mounted back to back and move in phase, their forces, as they simultaneously move out and in, are equal and in opposite directions. As a...

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July 2, 2020, 07:42 AM

Mike replied to a thread Seriously? Who do they think they are fooling? in General Audio Discussion

No, $10k “special”.

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July 1, 2020, 10:51 PM

Mike replied to a thread Seriously? Who do they think they are fooling? in General Audio Discussion

Agreed. What’s with this secret exclusive, private sale, you need a password BS? It’s no secret if everyone gets the same email. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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July 1, 2020, 10:48 PM

UltraFast69 replied to a thread Seriously? Who do they think they are fooling? in General Audio Discussion

Kinda on the line of the candidate messages I get for donations. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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July 1, 2020, 09:56 PM

Mike replied to a thread Seriously? Who do they think they are fooling? in General Audio Discussion

You don’t want any fireworks for the 4th? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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July 1, 2020, 06:31 PM

Mike replied to a thread Seriously? Who do they think they are fooling? in General Audio Discussion

Smart. Delete it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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July 1, 2020, 05:57 PM

Mike replied to a thread Magico’s With Active Tunable Bass in Magico

I’ve had experience with Audyssey and Room Perfect and others, including the automated setup of Trinnov. They aren’t perfect. At BEST they get you 80% of the way there. Manual tuning is required. To be fair, the software for the M9 is...

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July 1, 2020, 05:50 PM

Mike started a thread Seriously? Who do they think they are fooling? in General Audio Discussion

Who do they think they are fooling with this fake discount sale? Don’t share with everyone else? Everyone got it! Do they really think people are that stupid? I have more to say, but I’ll bite my tongue. Somebody is smoking too much...

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July 1, 2020, 05:48 PM

Mike replied to a thread Magico’s With Active Tunable Bass in Magico

I wouldn’t say that at all. It’s the same as the Avantgarde XD software. It’s very powerful, IF you know how to use it. But for most people, it’s way over their heads. That’s my concern with all this adjustable bass talk. We aren’t talking...

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July 1, 2020, 01:56 PM

Mike started a thread Shunyata Delta NR v2 Review in Shunyata Research

Shunyata Research Delta NR-V2 | The Ear

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July 1, 2020, 12:20 PM

Mike replied to a thread Newer 860A v2 Power Amp in SimAudio (MOON)

Did someone say, Sim with Magico? YouTube Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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July 1, 2020, 11:30 AM

UltraFast69 replied to a thread Magico’s With Active Tunable Bass in Magico

I totally can see makers implementing this more and more Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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July 1, 2020, 10:41 AM

Mike replied to a thread Live versus Studio recordings in General Off Topic Forums

I love many live recordings. EmmyLou Harris - Live at the Ryman. Anyone who’s been to the Ryman, can hear those wonderful acoustics in this recording. Neil Young - Live at Massey Hall Harry Belafonte - Live at Carnegie Hall Kenny...

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July 1, 2020, 10:24 AM

UltraFast69 started a thread Live versus Studio recordings in General Off Topic Forums

For some reason, not knowing why, I am just not a big fan of live recordings, not all, but most. Anyone have a preference or does it matter since it is still music? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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